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Red Sox Insider Reveals Underrated Reason Boston Is Set Up For Huge Additions

This Boston Red Sox offseason carries enormous pressure, but the reality might actually stand a chance of living up to those lofty expectations. Now that first baseman Nathaniel Lowe is gone, the Red Sox have a projected opening day tax payroll of just over $212 million, per Spotrac.

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Red Sox's Jarren Duran At Center Of Growing Trade Rumors

The trade rumors are picking up around Major League Baseball and when it comes to the Boston Red Sox, no name has been mentioned more than outfielder Jarren Duran.

Justin Slaten News / Over The Monster / November 20

2025 Red Sox in Review: Justin Slaten’s bullpen hero arc

There have been rumors flying around this fall about the Red Sox plans for 2026. They range from trading for a #2 to pair with Garrett Crochet, to signing

Tarik Skubal News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 20

Red Sox Trade Hypothetical Lands Tigers' Tarik Skubal In 5-Player Megadeal

The Boston Red Sox couldn't really trade for Tarik Skubal... right? Whether Skubal is truly available can only be known by the Detroit Tigers' front office, and to some degree, the "everyone has a price" principle comes into play.

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The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 20

Red Sox's Alex Cora Takes Stance On Triston Casas Amid Pete Alonso Rumors

There are plenty of rumors out there pointing to potential targets for the Boston Red Sox. First base has been a position consistently discussed. The name that has been out there the most for first base for Boston is New York Mets star slugger Pete Alonso.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / November 20

The Red Sox need three big ticket items this offseason

When it comes to big ticket items the Red Sox need this winter, I’m becoming increasingly leery of ownership’s actions not meeting the moment. Here’s how I would frame the offseason as we hit the key weeks of the winter: The Red Sox need three big ticket items this winter, but I’m increasingly suspicious they only add two.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / November 19

Red Sox acquire catching prospect, 2025 14th-round pick Luke Heyman in trade with Mariners

As part of a flurry of roster moves on Tuesday, the Red Sox acquired three minor leaguers in three separate trades with the White Sox, Rockies, and Mariners.

Brennan Bernardino News / Blogging the Red Sox / November 19

Who did Red Sox acquire from Rockies for Brennan Bernardino?

As part of a flurry of roster moves on Tuesday, the Red Sox acquired three minor leaguers in three separate trades with the White Sox, Rockies, and Mariners.

Chris Murphy News / Blogging the Red Sox / November 19

Which prospect did Red Sox acquire from White Sox for Chris Murphy?

As part of a flurry of roster moves on Tuesday, the Red Sox acquired three minor leaguers in three separate trades with the White Sox, Rockies, and Mariners.

Alex Cora News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 19

Red Sox manager Alex Cora gets brutally honest while grading Boston’s overall defense

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora didn’t hold back when grading his team’s defense after an inconsistent 2025 season. During a Wednesday appearance on the “Foul Territory” TV show, the Red Sox skipper delivered a blunt assessment that showed just how much work remains.

Alex Bregman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 19

Red Sox Alex Bregman Replacement Option Emerging: Report

Third base no longer is the Boston Red Sox's most secure position. That was the case for years. Even with the Red Sox struggling and missing the playoffs before the 2025 campaign, third base was never a question.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Alex Cora News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 19

Alex Cora Gets Candid About Red Sox’s Biggest Offseason Goals

The Boston Red Sox realistically should be able to get any type of move they want to this offseason. It takes two to tango when you're talking about free agency.

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 19

Red Sox's 30-Year-Old Trade Acquisition Could Play Key Role, Insiders Say

Of the many moves the Boston Red Sox made on Tuesday, the in-division trade with the Tampa Bay Rays was the most interesting for a few reasons. For one, the Red Sox were dealing a talented pitcher in Luis Guerrero to a team in the Tampa Bay Rays that's known for producing pitching.

Jarren Duran News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 19

Red Sox’s Jarren Duran Pitched As Dodgers Backup Option

The Boston Red Sox's outfield has been the subject of plenty trade rumors dating back to last offseason. Despite all of the noise, Boston has stuck with its core group.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 19

Red Sox Unexpected Playoff Hero May Have Played Last Game In Boston: Insider

It's not often you see a player starting games in the postseason who is then cut loose in the offseason, but the Boston Red Sox might be weighing that possibility.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 19

Red Sox Sign 25-Year-Old Depth Pitcher After Cardinals Exit

The Boston Red Sox made a quiet move earlier in the week to add pitching depth to the organization. It's still early enough in the offseason that the big-name guys, like Kyle Tucker, Alex Bregman, Pete Alonso, Framber Valdez, and Kyle Schwarber among many others, haven't signed yet.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 19

Red Sox Speedster In Danger Of Losing Roster Spot, Per Insider

Those that survived the Boston Red Sox's flurry of roster moves on Tuesday are not necessarily safe. Instead of doing the bare minimum to finalize their 40-man roster before the Rule 5 Draft, the Red Sox went into scramble mode.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / November 19

Red Sox protect David Sandlin, Shane Drohan, Tyler Uberstine from Rule 5 Draft

Yesterday was the deadline to add prospects to the 40-man roster in order to protect them from the Rule 5 Draft, a bizarre mechanism whereby teams can swipe veteran minor leaguers from each other, under the condition that the selecting team needs to then keep that player on the big league roster for the remainder of the following season.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 19

Red Sox 29-Year-Old Outfielder Called 'Most Likely' Trade Chip

The Boston Red Sox are a team to watch in the trade market right now. That’s not just because of rumored targets on the trade block, like Joe Ryan of the Minnesota Twins.

Nathaniel Lowe News / Field Level Media / November 19

Red Sox DFA 1B Nathaniel Lowe amid several moves

Ahead of the Tuesday deadline to add players to their 40-man roster to protect them from the Rule 5 draft, the Boston Red Sox made a number of moves, including designating first baseman Nathaniel Lowe and right-hander Josh Winckowski for assignment.